In today’s episode, we explore theology, using Dorthee Soelle’s definition, “an invitation to think deeply about God.” Everyone has a theology, even if they don’t realize it. We want you to feel empowered to take ownership over your personal theology.
Throughout our discussion, we dig into the differences between orthodoxy and theology. We also look at personal stories that kickstarted the development of our own theology.
— Theology is ever evolving, even in the Bible
— God is safe
— God’s heart is freedom for the oppressed and garden like intimacy
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Resources
Dorothee Soelle - Thinking about God: An Introduction to Theology
Kat Armas - Abuelita Faith: What Women on the Margins Teach Us about Wisdom, Persistence and Strength
Marty Solomon - Asking Better Questions of the Bible
Brennan Manning - Ragamuffin Gospel
Donald Miller - Blue Like Jazz
Rob Bell - Velvet Elvis
Jeremy Meyers - Types of Theology (Blog: Redeeming God)
The Bible Project
Bema Discipleship
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Bible References
Genesis 18: 1-15
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Important Take-Aways
- The heart of an evolving theology is deconstruction and reconstruction
- We can embrace empowered theology
- God is always experiential
- Our current moment demands that theology is in the hands of everyone
- It’s okay to have questions but not answers
- The Bible is an important source for wisdom
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This podcast is a production of Worship Lab, and recorded in Brooklyn New York. Our executive producer is Armistead Booker. Our technical director and engineer is Gareth Manwaring. And our sound designer is Oleksandr Stepanov. Music by penguinmusic - *Better Day* from Pixabay.
Share your ideas with us! You can email questions@theexileproject.com. Thanks for listening!
